Intimate Edinburgh City Chambers Wedding

Edinburgh City Chambers Wedding Photographer

An Edinburgh City Chambers wedding is ideal for couples looking to tie the knot in an enchanting, historical setting. Nestled in the heart of Edinburgh’s Old Town, it’s one of Scotland’s most iconic wedding venues. Whether you’re planning an intimate elopement or a small, meaningful ceremony, this venue offers a picture-perfect backdrop for your special day.

At Ryan White Photography, we focus on capturing the spirit of your love story in photos, creating stunning images to help you remember your wedding day.

City Chambers Edinburgh Registry Office Weddings

Located in Edinburgh’s historic quarter, The City Chambers Edinburgh Registry Office combines elegance with rich heritage. It’s the perfect venue for small weddings, micro weddings, and elopements. The stunning architecture and ornate details of the venue provide a fantastic setting for wedding photography. We know how to make the most of these features to capture beautiful images for you.

Edinburgh City Chambers Wedding Packages

We’ve designed flexible wedding photography packages tailored to small weddings and elopements. Whether you need just one hour of coverage or a more comprehensive package, we’ll work with you to capture your day perfectly. Here’s a quick overview of our options:

1 Hour Coverage: Includes your ceremony and portraits at one location (£390)  

2 Hours Coverage: Includes the ceremony and a portrait session at two locations (£690 – most popular)

3 Hours Coverage: Includes the ceremony and portraits at three or four locations (£890)

The above packages apply to Monday to Thursday bookings, please get in touch for more information about our weekend Friday to Sunday packages.

If you would like to enquire about your wedding date, please fill in the enquiry form below. We’re looking forward to hearing from you!

Intimate Edinburgh City Chambers Elopement

Many couples choose to elope in Edinburgh, taking advantage of the city’s romantic cobblestone streets and historic charm.

The Alexander Suite and Wee Neuk are popular choices for elopements at Edinburgh City Chambers.

Just the two of you? We’re more than happy to act as witnesses for you on the day! Alongside capturing stunning photos, we’ll be there to support you through every step of your special day – cameras in hand, pausing only briefly to sign on the dotted line!

Edinburgh City Chambers Photos by Ryan White Photography

We have had the pleasure of photographing many weddings at this unique venue. With its intimate spaces, including the Alexander Suite, The Wee Neuk, the Council Suite and European Suite, The Edinburgh City Chambers wedding venue is ideal for ceremonies with your closest family and friends – or even just the two of you.  

The Quadrangle is a beautiful location for wedding photography in Edinburgh, and there are many picturesque spots within 2 minute’s walking distance from the venue.

Have a look through some of our Edinburgh City Chambers photos below for some inspiration!

Capturing Your Love Story

From exchanging your heartfelt vows to wandering through the Royal Mile together, we’ll ensure every moment is beautifully documented. As a husband-and-wife team, we treasure the photographs from our own wedding day and love reliving all of the happy memories when looking at our photographs. We use a combined documentary and creative photography approach, delivering a collection of natural and striking creative images from your wedding day.

Tips for Planning an Edinburgh City Chambers Wedding

Here are a few tips for planning your Edinburgh City Chambers wedding:

Book early. This venue is a favourite for weddings and elopements, so securing your date as soon as possible is essential.

Consider the seasons. Edinburgh’s charm shines year-round, but weather can vary. We’ll work with the light and conditions to create beautiful images.

Explore nearby photo spots. Locations like the Royal Mile, Parliament Square, The Vennel and Arthur’s Seat are perfect for capturing romantic post-ceremony portraits.

 

How to Contact The Edinburgh City Chambers Wedding & Events Team

The Registrar
City Chambers
253 High Street
Edinburgh
EH1 1YP

0131 529 2600

Website: https://www.edinburgh.gov.uk/marriages-civil-partnerships

Email: marriageandcp@edinburgh.gov.uk

You will need to complete a M10 for your marriage or a CP10 form for a civil partnership. You must submit the form along with you birth certificate, passport or ID and proof of address dated within 3 months, to The City Chambers 6 to 8 weeks prior to your intended ceremony. You will be required to submit an additional form and contact the UK Border Agency if you’re not British. Full details and links to the required forms can be found via this link.

Relaxed Portrait Session with Experienced Edinburgh Wedding Photographers , Ryan & Lina

As experienced Edinburgh wedding photographers, we specialise in capturing the authentic, candid moments that make your wedding day truly unforgettable. Our documentary-style approach ensures that every emotion, glance, and smile is preserved naturally, while our couple’s photography sessions focus on creating timeless portraits of you both. These relaxed and creative sessions typically last around 30 minutes, allowing us to craft stunning images without interrupting the flow of your special day.

We understand that not everyone feels at ease in front of the camera—trust us, we get it! That’s why we focus on making the experience as comfortable and enjoyable as possible. With a friendly and informal approach, we’ll guide you with gentle direction where needed, helping you look and feel your best while still keeping things natural and effortless.

Curious to learn more about our style and what makes us the perfect choice for your Edinburgh wedding photography? Click here to View our Portfolio or read on about Our Style and Approach to discover how we can bring your love story to life through beautifully captured images.

 

About City Chambers Edinburgh Wedding Photographers Ryan & Lina White

We’ve had the honour of photographing weddings at Edinburgh City Chambers and across Scotland since 2010. With over a decade of experience as Edinburgh Wedding Photographers we’re passionate about capturing the beauty, joy, and unique love stories that unfold on a wedding day.

Beyond our love for wedding photography, our lives are filled with adventures alongside our two wonderful children and our loyal little Spaniel. Whether we’re exploring the great outdoors or diving into underwater photography (quite literally—Antigua destination wedding, anyone?), we bring the same spirit of curiosity and creativity to everything we do.

Photographing weddings at iconic venues like Edinburgh City Chambers is a privilege we never take for granted. We’re there to document every smile, every tear, and every unforgettable moment, ensuring you’ll treasure your images for years to come. Nothing compares to hearing from happy couples who are thrilled with their wedding photographs—it’s what makes our work so rewarding!

If you’re planning an Edinburgh City Chambers wedding and are looking for photographers who’ll make the process stress-free and fun while delivering a stunning collection of timeless, emotive images, we’d love to hear from you.

Take a look at our portfolio to see the kind of magic we create, and feel free to get in touch below to check availability or learn more about our wedding photography packages. Let’s work together to make your Edinburgh City Chambers wedding unforgettable!

What to Expect

We always work as a duo, ensuring every wedding is captured from bridal preparations through to the beginning of the dancing. Each photograph from your special day is carefully retouched, and you’ll also receive a black-and-white version of every image – some of our absolute favourites.

Your final collection of images will be delivered within 1 – 2 weeks for smaller weddings and 3 to 4 weeks for full day weddings. You will receive a private, high-resolution online gallery. This includes free digital downloads and a personal use license. For those opting for certain packages, luxury hand-bound leather wedding albums are also included.

With both of us documenting your wedding day, you can feel assured that every key moment, along with the little, spontaneous ones in between, will be beautifully captured.

We would love to hear about your wedding plans and are always happy to share advice or offer recommendations. A pre-wedding consultation is a great way to get a sense of how we work and for us to understand how we can seamlessly fit into your day. Whether it’s a phone call, video chat, or meeting over coffee, we’re here to help make the planning process as smooth as possible.

Edinburgh Wedding Photographer Ryan White Photography

Your wedding day is one of the most important moments of your life. Whether it’s a small wedding at Edinburgh City Chambers or an intimate elopement, we’ll help you create memories you’ll cherish forever. Let’s capture the joy, love, and beauty of your day – reach out today to start planning!

We’re excited to hear from you!

Ryan & Lina

Your Edinburgh City Chambers Wedding Photographers

Registry Office Edinburgh City Chambers Wedding

Ryan & Lina at Ryan White Photography – Your Edinburgh City Chambers Wedding Photographers

Wedding Photographer Edinburgh, also covering East Lothian, West Lothian, Midlothian, Fife, The Scottish Borders, Glasgow, Perthshire and across Scotland.

We also offer Elopement, Vows Renewal and Small Wedding Photography in Edinburgh and around Scotland

Ryan White Photography, Edinburgh City Chambers Wedding Photographers Scotland

0131 218 1658  |  0795 832 0447  |  contact@ryanwhitephotography.co.uk